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exterior ramp and stair exit

Mr. Inspector

Mr. Inspector

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2009 IBC VA constrution, A-3 occupancy (gym) on 2nd floor of two story building. Occupant load 21. Plans show a exterior balcony witha ramp along the side of building and a stairway runing straight out away from the building. Both are on same end of balcony. Door from building on the same end. Balcony extends another 15' to a dead end.

1026.6 sends you to 1022.1 for a fire separation but 1022.1 doesn't say anything about exterior stiarways or ramps. Now what do I do?
 
cda, google says page cannot be found.

yes a A-3 on a 2nd floor for 21 occupants. First floor is a dinning area (A-2) and there is an attached R-1 building with 6 sleeping units and restrooms..

It's a fake log cabin in a retreat.
 
1022 doesn't have to say anything about exterior elements, it is referenced as a guide for required rating and opening limitations of the exterior wall (the wall that 'separates' the egress element from the interior of the building).
 
1026.6 Exterior ramps and stairway protection. Exterior exit ramps and stairways shall be separated from the interior of the building as required in Section 1022.1. Openings shall be limited to those necessary for egress from normally occupied spaces.

1022.1 Enclosures required. Interior exit stairways and interior exit ramps shall be enclosed with fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 712, or both. Exit enclosures shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours where connecting four stories or more and not less than 1 hour where connecting less than four stories. The number of stories connected by the exit enclosure shall include any basements but not any mezzanines. Exit enclosures shall have a fire-resistance rating not less than the floor assembly penetrated, but need not exceed 2 hours. Exit enclosures shall lead directly to the exterior of the building or shall be extended to the exterior of the building with an exit passageway conforming to the requirements of Section 1023, except as permitted in Section 1027.1. An exit enclosure shall not be used for any purpose other than means of egress.

Nothing here about exterior ramps and stirways!
 
Yes if you look at the commentary link it will show exterior stairway and protection required
 
How do you get a ramp from the second floor ?

Any simple diagram to post on this question
 
 
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